Hello Patrick Marsh Orchestras! 

We have all the information you will need for Orchestra on this one page. 

If you have any other questions that are not addressed here, please reach out via email to Mr. Sanville  (Basanvi@sunprairieschools.org)

Welcome to Patrick Marsh Orchestra

We are so very excited to have you in orchestra this year. Please feel free to refer to this website often as we provide a lot of information, helpful videos, online resources, and announcements on this site. If there is a question you have that is not addressed on here. Please feel free to reach out to Mr. Sanville

Orchestra Newsletter
Orchestra Lessons Spreadsheet for 23-24

New and Improved

Think about picking up one of these shoulder rests for your violinist or violists. Right now they are using sponges but these are much better for the young instrumentalist's bodies. These help students hold up their instrument and have better posture while playing. There are many colors to choose from. Make sure you get the right size for your instrument. Reach out with questions.

Getting a new book!

Many 6th graders are making their way through and have finished the Essential Elements Book they used last year in 5th grade. If you are looking to get the next book. You can order it from your music store vender of choice, or purchase online from the Piano Gal shop here in Sun Prairie here. Please be sure to select the correct book for the instrument.

Weather on your instruments 

The seasons change and the weather gets! This causes a lot of issues for our stringed instruments because they are very susceptible to the harsh changes. Please be sure to keep instruments in a temperature controlled location, away from windows, and heaters. It is also a great idea to tune them fairly regularly so that the instrument stays as intact as it can be. Check out this article for great tips!

Click here for commonly asked questions!


Contact Info
Mr. Sanville -  

Orchestra Teacher Basanvi@sunprairieschools.org 

Phone (608)-834-7628